Rory's dis- and reappearance was prefaced with an intense, paralyzing spout of anxiety. She bolts upright as soon as her eyes open.

"Gh... Gail? Where..." she gasps, as if she'd been underwater and just now got to breathe again. It takes her another second to realize she's separated from him again. At least this time it isn't her fault.

Once her gaze falls to the floor, she sees her company is quite different this time around. She's so, so glad to see the Princess here safe and sound, though still unconscious. And Gyre too, of course. Although what Luka had told her about not necessarily trusting him might make sharing news more difficult...